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Viticulturalist
Viticulturalists plan, supervise and coordinate the growing
of selected grape varieties for the production of wine.
A viticulturalist may perform the following tasks:
- talk to winemakers
- conduct various laboratory tests to monitor the progress
of grapes, to make sure of their quality and to work out the
correct time for harvest
- organise the crushing and pressing of grapes, the
settling of juice and the fermentation of grape material
- supervise, manage and train winery workers involved in
the production and harvesting of grapes
- manage the propagation and cultivation of the vineyard
including soil management, irrigation, disease and weed
control
- direct and oversee general growing activities such as
fertilising and pest and weed control
- supervise the maintenance of the vineyard during the
off-season
- give guided tours, conduct tastings and advise visitors
about various aspects of wine or grapes
- undertake record keeping activities.
Scientific knowledge is increasingly important in
viticulture and some viticulturalists specialise in the
research and development of grape varieties.
Required Skills - Viticulturalist
- interest and experience in horticulture
- able to analyse and solve problems
- able to make accurate observations
- good communication skills
- good interpersonal skills
- good organisational skills
- flexibility and adaptability
- able to work outdoors
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